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Studying democratic erosion abroad increases optimism about U.S. democracy, write Hannah Baron, Robert Blair and Shelby Grossman.

By Hannah Baron et al.

An executive order linking federal research funds to free speech would be on firm ground historically and statutorily, as well as long overdue, write Frederick M. Hess and Grant Addison.

By Frederick M. Hess and Grant Addison

His proposed executive order does not reflect the reality of campuses today or the need for campus leaders to focus on mission and academic freedom, writes Michele S. Moses.

By Michele S. Moses

The 50th anniversary of a protest by scientists against the Vietnam War makes this an opportune time to reflect on that activism and the position of science then and now, writes Alan Chodos.

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The ethical issues raised by the Wake Forest controversy are complicated, writes Jim Jump.

By Jim Jump

Scott McLemee evaluates international research -- and the resulting attention -- focused on the gender gap in the publication of articles in academic journals.

By Scott McLemee

How should colleges respond, Brian Whalen asks, to a nationalist outlook that sows deep divisions among people?

By Brian Whalen

Colleges must understand their distinct needs and consider creative ways to lend support, write Merav Fine Braun and Jenna Citron.

By Merav Fine Braun and Jenna Citron